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Troubleshooting
The Troubleshooting Guide lists some possible machine problems, causes and corrections. Also see Section II
"Troubleshooting", pages 15 and 16 for taping head problems.
Troubleshooting Guide
Problem
Drive belts do not convey boxes
Drive belts do not turn
Upper and lower applying
mechanisms interfere with each
other
Drive belt break
Squeaking noise as boxes pass
through machine
Tape not centered on box seam
Cause
Narrow boxes
Worn drive belts
Top flap compression rollers in too
tight
Taping head applying spring
holder missing
Taping head applying spring set
too high
Worn or missing friction rings
Drive belt tension too low
Electrical disconnect
Circuit breaker not at correct
setting
Motor not turning
Machine adjusted below minimum
Worn belt
Excessive belt tension
Dry column bearings
Defective column bearings
Top flap compression rollers dry
Tape drum not centered
Centering guides not centered
Box flaps not of equal length
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Correction
Check machine specifications.
Boxes are narrower than
recommended, causing slippage
and premature belt wear.
Replace drive belts
Readjust compression rollers
Replace spring holder
Reduce spring pressure
Replace friction rings
Adjust belt tension
Check power and electrical plug
Set to correct current value
Evaluate problem and correct
Set taping heads to apply 2 inch
leg lengths
Replace belt
Tension to 7 lbs. per adjustment
section
Lubricate column bearings
Replace column bearings
Lubricate roller shafts
Reposition tape drum
Adjust centering guides
Check box specifications
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